Saskatchewan Western Development Museum

The Western Development Museum in Moose Jaw contains a collection of over 75,000 artifacts, including vintage aircraft, locomotives, and technological innovations from Saskatchewan's past.

Founded in 1949 through the Western Development Museum Act, this institution became Saskatchewan's primary facility for preserving the province's transportation and industrial heritage.

The museum stands on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories, incorporating Indigenous perspectives and hosting educational programs that reflect Saskatchewan's diverse communities.

Visitors can explore multiple exhibition halls featuring restored vehicles, agricultural equipment, and transportation artifacts, with guided tours available throughout the year.

The museum houses the CF-SAM aircraft, which represents a significant piece of Saskatchewan's aviation history and technological advancement in the region.

Location: Moose Jaw

Inception: April 2, 1949

Phone: +13064458033

Email: nbattleford@wdm.ca

Website: http://wdm.ca

GPS coordinates: 50.41970,-105.53050

Latest update: March 12, 2025 12:01